1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 968 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sprite | Pregio |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |